Bernabeu to host temporary clay court for Madrid Open
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- Bernabeu will host a temporary clay practice court for the Madrid Open from April 23‑30, 2026.
- Carlos Alcaraz—a lifelong Real Madrid fan and two‑time champion—could train on the court, fulfilling a long‑held dream.
- Gerard Tsobanian said the collaboration “will raise the bar” and places the Mutua Madrid Open in a unique category.
- Bernabeu’s retractable pitch, part of a $1 billion renovation finished in late 2023, allows the grass to be stored underground and a clay surface to be built on top.
- Real Madrid will not be playing at home during the Open, as the club has away fixtures and a possible Champions League semi‑final.
Why it matters: Players gain a premium, closed‑door training venue inside a world‑famous stadium, boosting the Madrid Open’s prestige and showcasing the tournament’s innovation, while fans miss out on public sessions; the Bernabeu’s retractable pitch demonstrates its growing role as a versatile, revenue‑generating venue for sport and entertainment.
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